Instantly convert any date into the strict MLA date format. Support for both Works Cited and In-Text citation formats with correct month abbreviations.
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In academic writing, the standard mla date format for a Works Cited page follows the Day-Month-Year structure (e.g., 13 Jun. 2026). Unlike other citation styles, MLA does not use commas between the day, month, and year. Our free converter ensures your dates perfectly align with the latest MLA handbook guidelines.
A common struggle for students is remembering the irregular month abbreviations. In MLA, months longer than four letters are abbreviated (Jan., Feb., Mar., Apr., Aug., Sept., Oct., Nov., Dec.), while short months (May, June, July) are written out entirely. Note the unique four-letter abbreviation for September (Sept.). This tool automatically applies these rules when generating your date in mla format.
When formatting citations, you often need two dates. The publication date is when the source was published, while the Date of Access is when you viewed it online. You can use our 'Today' button to quickly generate your access date for mla format.